Anne Lindsay, PhD, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, University of Nevada, Reno

This presentation will address core issues that are unique to female SUD treatment clients in comparison to their male counterparts regarding weight and energy as a driving mechanism to use, triggers for relapse, trends in drug use for women and the complexity of health-related complications and psychosocial needs, prescription medication and over-the-counter drug manipulation.

Objectives

1. Recognize gender differences related to substance use/misuse 
2. Describe triggers and methods for relapse prevention unique to women